10 DIY Terrariums for Every Season

Creative Terrarium Ideas

Terrariums aren't just for those with green thumbs. While it's true that the obvious purpose of making a terrarium is to grow plants that enjoy a humid environment, these days they are filled with all sorts of things, including artificial plants and birds, and other miniature items to create vignettes that reflect any season.

To begin, select a glass vessel of some sort, such as a mason jar, wide-mouthed vase, apothecary jar or hurricane. Here are some of our favorite out-of-the-box containers...MORE to use as a terrarium.

Fall Terrarium

This adorable fall terrarium uses cute mini pumpkins and faux fall leaves. The colors are perfect for autumn. It's very easy to set up this seasonal terrarium and you can easily change out the items as the season changes!

Winter Terrariums

Nesting Place

This adorable winter terrarium has little trees and a small winter village. Little trees or a winter scene would look adorable in any terrarium. Use epsom salts as the base, so that it looks like snow!